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Unregulated Products

*Do not have standards or bans * Must report defective or dangerous products

The following is information that manufacturers, importers, distributors and retailers need to know concerning unregulated products:

Reporting Requirements

For most firms, there are two reporting requirements: Dangerous Products & Lawsuits:

Dangerous Products (Section 15) - Manufacturers, importers, distributors, and retailers are required to report to CPSC under Section 15 (b) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) within 24 hours of obtaining information which reasonably supports the conclusion that a product does not comply with a safety rule issued under the CPSA, or contains a defect which could create a substantial risk of injury to the public or presents an unreasonable risk of serious injury or death, 15 U.S.C. § 2064(b). Companies can use our on-line form to report a potentially defective or hazardous product.

The following documentation can help companies become familiar with their reporting requirements:

Fast Track Information - an alternative procedure for reports filed pursuant to Section 15(b) of the Consumer Product Safety Act for firms that initiate acceptable corrective action within 20 working days of the date of their report.

Fast Track Product Recall Program - describes the conditions for participation in the Fast Track Recall program. Also includes a sample press release and sample point of purchase poster.

- Manufacturers, importers, distributors, and retailers are required to report to CPSC under Section 15 (b) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) within 24 hours of obtaining information which reasonably supports the conclusion that a product does not comply with a safety rule issued under the CPSA, or contains a defect which could create a substantial risk of injury to the public or presents an unreasonable risk of serious injury or death, 15 U.S.C. § 2064(b). Companies can use our on-line form to report a potentially defective or hazardous product.

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